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About the Course

This is the first of six courses in the Google Project Management Certificate program, which will help you develop the skills needed to apply for entry-level roles as a project manager. Project managers play a key role in leading, planning and implementing critical projects to help their organizations succeed. In this course, you’ll discover foundational project management terminology and gain a deeper understanding of the role and responsibilities of a project manager. We’ll also introduce you to the kinds of jobs you might pursue after completing this program. Current Google project managers will offer a multi-dimensional educational experience that will provide you with tools you can apply on the job. Learners who complete this program should be equipped to apply for introductory-level jobs as project managers. No previous experience is necessary. By the end of this course, you will be able to: - Define project management and describe what constitutes a project. - Explore project management roles and responsibilities across a variety of industries. - Detail the core skills that help a project manager be successful. - Describe the life cycle of a project and explain the significance of each phase. - Compare different program management methodologies and approaches and determine which is most effective for a given project. - Define organizational structure and culture and explain how it impacts project management. - Define change management and describe the role of the project manager in the process....

Top reviews

SC

Jul 3, 2021

I'm learning a LOT, and you don't have to take it quite as slowly as they suggest. But, it's nice that there's a manageable pace set out for you. Instructor and guests were great--relatable and clear.

RC

Dec 20, 2022

This course 1 is so clear that I can even apply it to my daily routine! I want to explore more about Project Management. Thank you, Google: Coursera for making this happen to those who lack knowledge.

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By Rafael M

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Nov 18, 2021

Great overview of Project Management Foundations.

By Dermot L

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Nov 5, 2021

Really engaging and easy to follow and understand

By amanda s

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Oct 17, 2021

Nicely repetitive, encouraging and easy to follow

By yazan.o a

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Oct 15, 2021

AWSOME, Excellent instructor, and worthy material

By Yazan K

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Sep 8, 2021

It was a great introduction to project management

By Ann J

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Sep 2, 2021

Really informative.The examples are quite helpful

By luis L

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Aug 6, 2021

All the information presented was easy to follow.

By Anna D

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Aug 6, 2021

Great course on foundation of Project Management!

By Patrick J

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Jul 27, 2021

Excellent overview of the project management role

By Mohammad J

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Jul 22, 2021

great for beginners, great teacher, great content

By Jeremiah C

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May 23, 2021

Really insightful course and very well delivered.

By Igor K

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Apr 16, 2021

This course is a real foundation for learning PM!

By Elena N

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Apr 12, 2021

Well-paced, clearly structured and comprehensive.

By Ali B R

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Apr 4, 2021

Excellent Course ...I learned a lot of new things

By Willow R

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Mar 29, 2021

Clear information, well structured, and engaging.

By Kyle D

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Mar 18, 2021

Fantastically thought out thorough and insightful

By Ernie V

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Mar 17, 2021

This project was very thorough and helpful to me.

By Aakash P

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Mar 16, 2021

Great course on foundations of project management

By TAKASHI K

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Sep 24, 2025

最初はやや骨が折れましたが、徐々に自分の仕事とリンクして面白くなり、さらにやる気が出てきました。

By Travis E

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Aug 12, 2025

Effective learning module and videos. Well done!

By Anurag B

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Jul 26, 2025

Very easy to understand with real world examples

By Paula A O N

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Jul 22, 2025

Información muy interesante y fácil de aprender.

By Eduarda G d S

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Jun 25, 2025

ótimo curso para quem está começando nesse meio.

By Niyaz p

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May 19, 2025

very nice course. I learn lot. thank u very much

By Everardo H

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May 13, 2025

Great course, well organized and easy to follow.